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Goemkarponn desk MARGAO: South Goa MP Francisco Sardinha has slammed Chief Minister Pramod Sawant for his remarks to wipe out signs of Portuguese rule, stating that the Portuguese did a lot of good things for Goa and that people have accepted Portuguese Culture as Goan Culture. CM Sawant had said that signs of the Portuguese regime should be wiped out, with the State having been liberated from its rule more than 60 years ago. “Portuguese were here for 450 years, and they have done a lot of good things, but they also have done bad things. The Portuguese considered Goa…

Goemkarpoonn desk PANAJI The ruling BJP government in Goa which is dependent on borrowing loans to carry out developmental works in the coastal state, is reeling under a Rs 24,175.93 crore debt. However, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has stated that after two years, his government will not be required to take loans. Though several projects have come to fruition with the support of central funds and loans, opposition parties have always criticised the BJP government for failing to provide financial assistance to beneficiaries under various schemes. The opposition have also targeted the saffron party over its poll promise to provide…

Goemkarponn desk CANACONA- Bhandari Samaj Committee of Canacona Taluka on Sunday organized a special Van-Mahotsav at Chapoli Forests, near the Chapoli Dam Site, where a fire devastated the forests, causing tremendous environmental loss last month. The members of Bhandari Samaj decided to organize a special Van-Mahotsav at this particular site to recover some damage done to Mother Earth & to protect the environment of Canacona Taluka. Around 150 trees were planted during the Van-Mahotsav by Bhandari Samaj Committee-Canacona to partially recover the loss caused to Mother Nature in the fiery inferno. Last month a forest fire erupted on the hills…

Goemkarponn desk CANACONA: Angered at the frequent power outages becoming a regular feature in Canacona, leaders and others representing all walks of people gheraoed Goa Electricity Officials at the Canacona Electricity office on Monday. For almost a week, the entire taluka of Canacona has suffered from frequent and erratic power outages, sometimes for as long as 14-16 hours and also after every 5 minutes, with the department resorting to power shedding after intervals of every one-two hours. People have complained about damages/burning to their equipment and gadgets, while others claim business losses daily. When agitators were questioned for power failures…

aGoemkarponn desk CANACONA- Several Vithal Bhakts from Canacona have begun a historic on-foot pilgrimage to Pandharpur on Sunday. Canacona MLA andSpeaker Ramesh Tawadkar flagged –off the Vari (procession) by showing the Saffron flag at Shri Bhumipurush Devalaya, Palolem, in the presence of Canacona Ex-MLA Vijay Poi Khot and others. This is the first time ever that an exclusive group of Vithal Bhakts recently formed under the name and style of Shri Vitthal Rakhumai Mauli Varkari Mandal this Vari (on-foot pilgrimage) for the benefit of Varkaris from Canacona. These Varkaris (participants in the walking pilgrimage)/Pilgrims from Canacona are going to walk…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: In a recent event organized by the Directorate of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the Sattari Government Industrial Training Institution and Bicholim Government Industrial Training Institution, the Chief Minister, Dr Pramod Sawant, highlighted the significance of fixed-term employment and urged individuals to prioritize skill acquisition and training for better career prospects. The Prime Minister National Apprenticeship Mela & Campus Placement, held at Ravindra Bhavan Sanquelim, served as a platform to showcase various apprenticeship opportunities and job placements. Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant emphasized the need for a change in mindset regarding low salaries, urging individuals…

Goemkapronn desk PANAJI: Amitabh Kant, the Indian G20 Sherpa, who is in Goa for the SAI20 summit, complimented the Government of Goa for showcasing the rich and diverse culture and heritage of India. He said that the venue displayed the character of the traditional artisans from all over India and gave a unique flavour of not just Goa, but of the entire country. India’s Sherpa to G 20 Amitabh Kant has said that India has been steering the agenda for G 20 and has been successful in holding the meetings in Goa. “Goa is not only a spectacular destination for…